TopMob recently spoke with Joel Baer and Chris Parsons, the leaders of Blueshift Big Band. They discussed the band’s musical journey, what it’s like to play in a big band today, their shared love for the Nintendo 64, the creativity behind video game music, and the idea that modern video game soundtracks are becoming this generation’s version of traditional folk music.
The Mario Kart series has been a key part of Nintendo gaming since the original Super Mario Kart came out in 1992. It’s become incredibly popular, especially with the Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the Switch’s best-selling game so far, selling over 70 million copies since 2017. Nintendo continues to innovate with the series, as seen in Mario Kart World, which features a connected online world, a new mode called Knockout Tour, and other exciting additions.
In the year of our Lord 2026, the Ethereum network, that labyrinthine behemoth of code and ambition, has ensnared 284,000 new acolytes. According to the oracles at Artemis, this marks an 82% surge from the previous quarter, a testament to the insatiable hunger for digital serfdom. The news, proclaimed on April 10 via the modern-day town crier, X, heralds a growing fascination with this cryptographic leviathan.
Both Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball Z first aired on Cartoon Network’s Toonami block way back in 1998. Fans who didn’t enjoy the extra content in the original Dragon Ball Z were excited when Dragon Ball Z Kai, a streamlined and remastered version, arrived on Adult Swim’s Toonami in 2014. Viewers have overwhelmingly praised the series, appreciating the updated look of their favorite moments and characters. This has led some to hope that other classic shows will also get a chance to shine.
The series showcases a variety of fire-based Quirks, each distinguished by its heat, color, how it’s used, and the extent of damage it can cause. Some of these fire Quirks are exceptionally powerful in My Hero Academia, surpassing all others in both intensity and impact. The users of these particularly strong Quirks are often recognized for their incredible destructive abilities.
You can find the Oath Ring Shield in the Hall of the Masterless Throne, an underground area. To get there, look for a trapdoor in the Volvior Ruins, which are located in the Odeck region. Odeck is in the top left corner of the map, north of the Steel Mountains. Here’s how to obtain the shield:
The Double-Headed Axe of Greed is a powerful, one-handed weapon available for Kliff and Oongka. It’s known for its strong attack power and high chance to land critical hits, making it ideal for players who are further into the game and building powerful characters.
Okay, so you’re looking to expand your creature roster? Smart move. My advice? Don’t waste time revisiting planets you’ve already explored. Head to worlds with environments – or biomes, as the game calls them – that are new to your team. Once you’re there, whip out your Analysis Visor – that’s ‘F’ on your keyboard – and scan those land-based critters like you normally would. That’s how you’ll collect Units and, most importantly, discover a brand new species to add to your crew!
You’ll find Arboria Castle north of Hernand and Demeniss. Inside the castle is a puzzle box that you need to solve by listening to the clicks of each cylinder. We’ve included a step-by-step guide below to help you through it.
The axe is stuck in a tree trunk that’s dangling over the cliff’s edge. To get it, you have to carefully climb the tree and pull it free. But be careful – any jerky movements will cause the tree trunk to snap, sending the axe plummeting into the chasm below, where it will be extremely difficult to recover without restarting from your last save.